Devon Popular Attractions
If you're looking to take a trip away from your caravan park, then take a look at some of the popular visitor attractions Devon has to offer.
Babbacombe Model Village
Babbacombe Model Village is located in Torquay, Devon and is a delightfully magic destination for young and old. So much attention to tiny details has been taken, which has all helped to ensure that your visit will be a breathtaking one and will have you marvelling at the artistic ability and skilful creativity of the maintenance team. From the impressive replication of period buildings to the painstaking landscaping of the miniature gardens, the enviable artistry that has gone into creating this beautiful village and to make it as realistic as possible provide an experience that is not to be missed. The skilful recreation of a complete Medieval Village is really quite awe-inspiring as is the model railway that thunders through the village. www.babbacombemodelvillage.co.uk.
Pennywell Farm & Wildlife Centre
What trip to Devon wouldn’t be complete without a visit to award winning Pennywell Farm & Wildlife Centre. Located in a delightful area of South Devon this farm and wildlife centre is suitable for children from ages 1 to 100, providing the opportunity to see all sorts of animals up close and personal. There are amazing flying eagle displays, opportunities to hand feed deer, puppet shows and demonstrations, as well as special toddler areas, for those with energy left after the days excitement there is a wildlife assault course to test your stamina and for those that are completely exhausted cafes and tea rooms to relax and take a breather.www.pennywellfarm.co.uk
National Marine Aquarium
Take an excursion to visit the National Marine Aquarium in Plymouth when you are on your travels in Devon as this is without doubt an outing that should not be missed. This exciting aquarium has over 400 different species on display including sharks, seahorses, turtles to name a few, in fact there are over 4000 animals that live in the water to admire and wonder at. The National Marine Aquarium provides this spectacular piece of the ocean to educate, but also to promote research and conservation, particular attention is given to ensuring that habitats are correct and that the animals are well cared for in the three massive tanks, one holds 2.5 million litres of water alone. www.national-aquarium.co.uk
The Donkey Sanctuary
For all the animal lovers out there, a visit to The Donkey Sanctuary is a must. Situated just outside of Sidmouth in beautiful countryside, this registered charity provides a vital service to donkeys worldwide whilst still providing an ideal tourist destination. The Donkey Sanctuary is home to 500 or so rescue donkeys all of whom now have the opportunity to spend the rest of their days in a safe and secure environment, all thanks to charitable donations and the many visitors to the sanctuary. The sanctuary has a visitor centre, donkey hospital, nature centre, gift shop and restaurant as well as all those lovely donkeys to stroke and feed. visit donkeysanctuary.org.uk
Castle Drogo
Visit the last castle ever to be built in England, Castle Drogo. The early gothic castle is set in a backdrop of spectacular Dartmoor countryside and is owned by The National Trust. The surrounding scenery is certainly breathtaking but a word of warning, because of the location of the castle extreme weather conditions can be experienced, which of course all adds to the atmospheric excitement but you will be well advised to take a jumper and a rain Mac - just to be on the safe side! Visitors young and old will enjoy exploring the castle, grounds, gardens with play area and especially the Teign Gorge that leads to a river below. Visit website.
Babbacombe Model Village Website